Writing in Math Class by Marilyn Burns (Gr. 2-8)

burns2.jpg (102730 bytes) Teach writing and math at the same time and better than each taught separately!

Writing is an essential skill and an integral part of mathematics. Good writing helps a student understand a task or story problem. It is valuable for reporting results and procedures beyond just "right answers." It is a medium by which a student can make up original problems and think through solutions. This book gives a way to utilize the linguistic intelligence as a channel for math. Many exercises and discussions of classroom tactics to encourage writing andmath at the same time. A great use of the linguistic intelligence for teaching math as recommended in Math for Humans.

Marilyn Burns is a widely known and respected math educator. She extensively utilizes ideas from teachers in the field.

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